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$340+ Cheap flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Bandaranaike Intl (CMB)

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SFO — CMB
Jan 22 — Jan 291
Wed 1/22
Wed 1/29
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The best prices from San Francisco to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl are usually found in September or October, booked 68 days in advance, depart on a Sunday or Tuesday and return on a Sunday

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FlightHub
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FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$859
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One-way from

$340
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Average price

$1,238
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This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 2/112:00 pmSFO - CMB
2 stops40h 30mChina Eastern
Sat 2/151:05 amCMB - SFO
2 stops45h 25mChina Eastern
Deal found 1/16$859
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 2/1610:55 pmSFO - CMB
1 stop35h 05mCathay Pacific
Mon 3/1012:45 amCMB - SFO
1 stop34h 00mCathay Pacific
Deal found 1/16$871
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/311:30 amSFO - CMB
1 stop23h 35mSingapore Airlines
Mon 4/2112:50 amCMB - SFO
1 stop21h 20mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 1/16$990
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/38:30 pmSFO - CMB
1 stop30h 00mAir India
Tue 4/228:20 amCMB - SFO
1 stop35h 10mAir India
Deal found 1/16$992
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 1/3010:55 pmSFO - CMB
1 stop35h 05mMultiple Airlines
Sat 2/1511:30 pmCMB - SFO
2 stops51h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/16$1,021
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Turkish Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/112:10 pmSFO - CMB
1 stop34h 35mTurkish Airlines
Tue 3/257:15 amCMB - SFO
1 stop41h 20mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 1/16$1,032
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/212:15 amSFO - CMB
2 stops38h 40mEtihad Airways
Tue 4/229:40 pmCMB - SFO
2 stops31h 24mEtihad Airways
Deal found 1/16$1,126
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 1/181:10 pmSFO - CMB
2 stops36h 20mIndiGo
Tue 2/44:00 pmCMB - SFO
2 stops38h 15mIndiGo
Deal found 1/15$1,270
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/192:20 pmSFO - CMB
2 stops29h 25mAlaska Airlines
Tue 12/23:25 amCMB - SFO
3 stops33h 45mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 1/16$1,331

Find flights from San Francisco to Colombo within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from San Francisco to Colombo that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated January 17, 2025.

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San FranciscoColombo

SFO - CMB

SFOCMB

San Francisco

Sat 2/1

12:00 pm-6:00 pm

2 stops40h 30m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 2/16

10:30 pm-9:00 am

2 stops24h 00m

$859

San FranciscoColombo

SFO - CMB

SFOCMB

San Francisco

Sun 2/16

10:55 pm-11:30 pm

1 stop35h 05m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 3/10

12:45 am-10:15 pm

1 stop34h 00m

$871

San FranciscoColombo

SFO - CMB

SFOCMB

San Francisco

Thu 4/3

11:30 am-11:35 pm

1 stop23h 35m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 4/21

12:50 am-9:40 am

1 stop21h 20m

$990

San FranciscoColombo

SFO - CMB

SFOCMB

San Francisco

Thu 4/3

8:30 pm-3:00 pm

1 stop30h 00m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 4/22

8:20 am-7:00 am

1 stop35h 10m

$992

San FranciscoColombo

SFO - CMB

SFOCMB

San Francisco

Thu 1/30

10:55 pm-11:30 pm

1 stop35h 05m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sat 2/15

11:30 pm-1:40 pm

2 stops51h 40m

$1,021

San FranciscoColombo

SFO - CMB

SFOCMB

San Francisco

Tue 3/11

2:10 pm-1:15 pm

1 stop34h 35m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 3/25

7:15 am-12:05 pm

1 stop41h 20m

$1,032

San FranciscoColombo

SFO - CMB

SFOCMB

San Francisco

Wed 4/2

12:15 am-3:25 am

2 stops38h 40m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 4/22

9:40 pm-4:34 pm

2 stops31h 24m

$1,126

San FranciscoColombo

SFO - CMB

SFOCMB

San Francisco

Fri 2/7

1:10 pm-3:00 pm

2 stops36h 20m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sat 2/22

4:00 pm-4:45 pm

2 stops38h 15m

$1,430

San FranciscoColombo

SFO - CMB

SFOCMB

San Francisco

Thu 1/30

10:55 pm-11:30 pm

1 stop35h 05m

$340

San FranciscoColombo

SFO - CMB

SFOCMB

San Francisco

Thu 2/27

9:40 am-11:30 pm

1 stop24h 20m

$431

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from San Francisco to Colombo in January.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on San Francisco-Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on San Francisco-Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from San Francisco-Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on San Francisco-Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for San Francisco-Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from San Francisco to Colombo

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Travel insights for flights from San Francisco to Colombo

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How far ahead should I book a flight from San Francisco to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San Francisco to Colombo. Price data was last updated on January 10, 2025.

The best time to book flights from San Francisco to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport is 68 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Francisco to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport (average of $1,049). Flying from San Francisco to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,850). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from SFO to CMB?

Find hourly flight availability from San Francisco to Colombo. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated January 17, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from San Francisco to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are at noon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the evening could potentially save you up to 11% on airfare.

What is the cheapest day to fly from San Francisco to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from San Francisco to Colombo. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their San Francisco to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flight should consider departing on Monday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Rainfall in Colombo by month

Plan your trip to Colombo by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport ranges from 2.4 - 13.8 inches per month. October is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 13.8 in. February is typically the driest time to visit Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport when rainfall is around 2.4 in.

Temperature in Colombo by month

Plan your trip to Colombo by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, March is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 82.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 80.6 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Colombo

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Colombo. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Colombo. Reviews last updated January 17, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Turkish Airlines, Cathay Pacific and Etihad Airways from San Francisco to Colombo to help guide your decision. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,327 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.

Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,327 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,327 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.

Cathay Pacific
7.5
Good
823 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,327 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.

Etihad Airways
7.4
Good
1,199 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,327 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.

Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
3,921 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,327 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.

China Eastern
6.9
Okay
133 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,327 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from San Francisco to Colombo. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from San Francisco to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl?

    San Francisco (SFO), located 11.8 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly out of when you book flights from San Francisco to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl. 8 airlines have flights from San Francisco to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl on a regular basis. Booking flights from San Francisco to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 0 outbound flights to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl per day.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from San Francisco to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from San Francisco to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport is China Eastern. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $859 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Cathay Pacific and Singapore Airlines, starting at $871 and $990 round-trip. China Eastern is currently priced 35% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from San Francisco to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is Cathay Pacific, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $340. However, be on the lookout for offers from Singapore Airlines and China Eastern, as they are both options that can get you from San Francisco to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport for a low price.

  • Where are the most common layover locations when flying from San Francisco to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

    San Francisco to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flights have a layover in Singapore most of the time. Doha sees the second most layovers for non-direct flights flying from San Francisco to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport.

  • What are some popular things to do or see while on a layover in Singapore?

    Singapore travelers tend to visit Sentosa, Universal Studios Singapore, and Boat Quay more than anywhere else. Sentosa, Universal Studios Singapore, and Boat Quay can be visited by traveling about 13.4 mi, 13.4 mi, and 10.8 mi respectively from Singapore Changi. Those looking to explore during their layover in Singapore can rent a car from Singapore Changi for about $114 per day.

  • What are some popular points of interest to see during a layover in Doha?

    If you're on a layover in Doha and looking for things to do, consider visiting Museum of Islamic Art, Katara Cultural Village, or Aspire Tower. Museum of Islamic Art, Katara Cultural Village, and Aspire Tower can be visited by traveling about 5.2 mi, 8.7 mi, and 10.6 mi respectively from Doha Hamad Intl. Travelers in need of a car in Doha can rent one for about $30 per day.

  • Where are the least popular layover locations for San Francisco to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flights?

    Of the flights from San Francisco to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport that have layovers, the fewest flights stop in New Delhi.

  • Can I find deals for flights from San Francisco to Colombo that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on San Francisco to Colombo flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from San Francisco to Colombo?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from San Francisco to Colombo.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from San Francisco to Colombo?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Francisco to Colombo by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Francisco to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport (average of $1,049). Flying from San Francisco to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,850). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 8 airlines flying from San Francisco to Colombo

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from San Francisco to Colombo. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated January 17, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
China EasternCheapest$747Average$931FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Cathay PacificCheapest$793Average$1,304FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$958Average$1,117FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Air IndiaCheapest$976Average$1,338FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$997Average$1,568FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
Singapore AirlinesCheapest$1,026Average$1,467FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
American AirlinesCheapest$1,468Average$1,850FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
EmiratesCheapest$1,628Average$2,450FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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